Lead Speech Language Pathologist

Synaptic Pediatric Therapies; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days of Time off per year

Uncapped Paid Time Off Accrual

Job summary

Synaptic Pediatric Therapies in Arlington, TX seeks a Lead Speech-Language Pathologist to mentor therapists, guide clinical operations, and uphold high-quality patient care. This role balances direct patient care with leadership duties and policy development.

You will supervise clinicians, participate in hiring, and foster a collaborative, family-centered clinic culture while ensuring compliant documentation and excellent patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Texas SLP license and CCC-SLP required.
• 2–3 years pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and documentation abilities.
• Familiarity with EMR systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapy sessions and evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide education and ongoing communication to families.
• Complete documentation accurately and on time.
• Mentor and supervise therapists and students.
• Participate in hiring and onboarding.
• Collaborate to improve clinic procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Documentation

EMR familiarity

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Texas SLP license

CCC-SLP

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

About Synaptic Pediatric Therapies

At Synaptic Pediatric Therapies (SPT), we're passionate about helping children reach their fullest potential through evidence-based, compassionate therapy. Our collaborative team of clinicians works in an uplifting, child-centered environment that values innovation, integrity, and connection.

We're expanding our leadership team at our Arlington Clinic and seeking an experienced Lead Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to guide and mentor our therapists, support clinical operations, and ensure high-quality patient care.

Position Overview

As the Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, you'll balance direct patient care with leadership responsibilities. You'll foster professional growth within your team, maintain exceptional standards of care, and collaborate with senior leadership to shape clinical policies and practices.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced clinician who loves mentorship, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is ready to take on a leadership role in pediatric therapy.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care & Documentation

• Conduct comprehensive therapy sessions and evaluations.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals.
• Provide education and ongoing communication to parents and families.
• Complete all required documentation accurately and on time.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and support clinic therapists to ensure excellence in patient care and documentation.
• Lead regular team meetings and one-on-one check-ins.
• Supervise Clinical Fellows and SLP students as needed.
• Participate in therapist hiring and onboarding.
• Foster a positive, supportive, and collaborative clinic culture.

Operations & Collaboration

• Collaborate with Clinical Directors to implement and improve clinic procedures.
• Participate in leadership meetings and ongoing professional development.
• Address patient or clinician concerns with empathy and professionalism.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the therapist and patient experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current Texas SLP license and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required.
• Minimum 2-3 years of pediatric experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent time management and documentation abilities.
• Deep commitment to ethical, high-quality, family-centered care.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.

Why Join Synaptic Pediatric Therapies?

• Supportive, mission-driven work culture.
• Leadership development and mentorship opportunities.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.
  • 25 days of Time off per year
  • Uncapped Paid Time Off Accrual (around 12-17 days per year)
• State-of-the-Art Facilities for a Speech Language Pathologists
  • Fully equipped therapy gym.
  • Your own therapy room.
  • Therapy materials budget.
    
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
• Schedule: You will be available to be scheduled during clinic hours of 9:00AM-6:30PM Monday - Friday, with regular sessions on Monday - Thursdays, and Fridays reserved for reschedules.
  
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day.